Category: Financing

As of January 17, 2026, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate on Zillow is hovering around 5.99%, and the 15-year fixed rate is at 5.375%. These numbers might seem like just digits, but they have a real impact on how much …Read more  »

As of early 2026, there's no firm date for when you'll see 50-year mortgages widely available for homebuyers in the U.S. The idea has certainly sparked a lot of buzz, with discussions happening at high levels, but it’s still very …Read more  »

After years of historically low borrowing costs, the housing market is entering a new phase. Mortgage rates near 6%—once considered restrictive—are increasingly becoming the norm as inflation cools unevenly and policymakers resist a rapid return to aggressive rate cuts. The …Read more  »

Mortgage rates today, Jan 17, show the 30-year fixed refinance rate remaining stable. According to Zillow's latest data, the national average for this popular rate settled at 6.52% on Saturday, January 17, 2026. This minor uptick of just one basis …Read more  »

If you're thinking about buying a home or refinancing, now is a fantastic time to be looking. Today, January 16, 2026, mortgage rates have seen a significant drop, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate now sitting at 6.06%. This …Read more  »

On January 16, 2026, the national average for a 30-year fixed refinance rate has increased to 6.62%, a movement of 11 basis points from the previous week, signaling a slight uptick for those looking to adjust their current home loans. …Read more  »

So, you're curious about what's happening with mortgage rates today, January 15th, 2026? Well, the 30-year fixed refinance rate has seen a slight increase, climbing by 2 basis points today to 6.55%. While this is a minor move from yesterday, …Read more  »

Okay, let's talk about today's mortgage rates, January 15. It's a question on many minds, and thankfully, there’s some good news to report: mortgage rates have nudged a bit lower, offering a welcome sigh of relief for both potential homebuyers …Read more  »

Mortgage rates slipping under 6% absolutely ignited a surge in mortgage demand, sending it sky-high by nearly 29% in just one week. This is the news that many in the housing market have been waiting for, and it’s a welcome …Read more  »